Such a good book!!! Loved it from start to finish, could not put it down!!!!! 5 stars!!! This author was new to me, will be looking for more from her!!

WOW!! I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started this one. I was very intrigued by the summary. I’m definitely glad I requested this ARC. This is an amazing book. Very well written and the storyline flowed great. I didn’t get bored with too many details. The chapters were an appropriate length. Overall, this is an amazing read. I definitely didn’t predict the outcome. I’m telling all of my friends to read this one. WOW!!
I just reviewed The Secrets Next Door by Sally Royer-Derr. #TheSecretsNextDoor #NetGalley

There is no words for how bad this book was.

It felt like it took forever to get somewhere and then when it did it was just a horrible mess.

I found it really farfetched and pulling plot points out of thin air when they weren't mentioned before.

I've actually gave far too much time to this book already so I'll leave it here.

*Thanks to NetGalley, Storm Publishing and Sally Royer-Derr for the copy of this book. All views are my own.*

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC in return for my review!

This was a pretty quick paced read for me. Talia and Tabitha are twin sisters that live next to each other and own a bakery together. A mysterious neighbor (Anne) moves in and the girls spend a lot of time trying to figure out what she is up to. Friend or Foe?

It gets a little dark and creepy but sets the tone. Would recommend.

I’m in two minds about this book. It was an enjoyable read, definitely, but rather far-fetched in places. The twist at the end had me rolling my eyes a bit - definitely didn’t see it coming but you just wouldn’t even think that was going to happen (I’m trying not to spoil it).
Talia and Tabitha are twins living next door to each other in an upmarket suburb. Tabitha is married to Grant, and while it’s clear she loves him, it was a marriage for money. She helped her sister and her husband Zach to buy the house next door and Zach his high flying bank manager’s job.
When crime writer, Anne, moves in next door to Talia, both women are suspicious of her and know that something is off.
I wasn’t keen on either of the twins - they were both lacking something for me and I guess that’s a bit off-putting for me 3⭐️

Talia and Tabitha live next door to each other, in small town Little Beak, New York. Even though they are identical twins, they do have their differences. Talia is the more sensitive twin, warm and open to meeting new people and very content with what she has in life. Tabitha on the other hand is the more fierce one, protective and always overcompensating. Their relationship is complicated, and gets even more rocky when a new neighbor, Anne, moves in next door to them. There is something strange about her, and when the twins try to find out what it is, it starts to tests their twin bond and things start to unravel.

I really enjoyed the different points of view, from each of the twins. The story was very thrilling and at times I was getting goosebumps with how creepy the description was. The author did a very good job of keeping the story super suspenseful, without giving too much away. I had no idea in what direction the ending was going, and I did not see that conclusion coming. Very enjoyable book.

This was a fascinating story with a real twist at the end. Well constructed storyline which seemed very real and with some good characters.

3.5/4
I read this in a couple of hours which because of my short attention span, means a lot!

I don't usually like first person narrative and a lot of the story is told through internal monologue, but I appreciate that I do think it worked in this instance and it was an easy read with a couple of interesting twists.

Thank you Net Galley for this ARC

Twins Talia and Tabitha live next door to each other and own a bakery. Anne their neighbor moves in and things get twisty, secrets come out! Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for a copy.

Anne moves into a suburban neighborhood where she is met with typical neighborly gestures from Talia and Tabitha. However, Anne is guarded, concealing her own secrets while observing her seemingly perfect neighbors who reign over the community. As tensions rise and suspicions mount, a delicate dance of secrets begins. While the plot promises suspense and intrigue, the execution may lack depth in character development and originality. Despite this, the novel offers a decent portrayal of neighborhood dynamics and hidden motives, making it a three-star read for its engaging premise and exploration of secrets and deception in a seemingly idyllic setting.

What a read! I would not put the book down once I began reading it. I am so glad it is finally released. I have recommended it to everyone I know!

Alright then!! This one was a little creepy crazy. In all the best ways!
Twins that live next door to one another - own a bakery together - BFFs - Sounds "perfect" right? And it was. Until it wasn't. Add a mystery author into the mix and everyone decides to lose their darned minds!!
I seriously did NOT see this ending coming - which is fabulous!
Special thanks to Netgalley and Sally Royer-Derr for advanced Copy of The Secrets Next Door - I sincerely loved this book!

The Secrets Next Door is an interesting and standard mystery by Sally Royer- Derr.

The story follows Talia and Tabitha, identical twins with contrasting personalities and intertwined lives. Author Anne Gravely becomes their neighbor, sparking suspicion and paranoia. The book starts slow, it picks up pace, ending well despite some obvious red herrings and implausible elements. The characters felt underdeveloped, and it was hard to power through at some points.

Overall, it was worth reading for those who enjoy twisty mystery/thrillers.

Thank you to Storm Publishing, Sally Roger-Derr and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my review.

Neighbourhood Secrets..
A seemingly perfect neighbourhood hides secrets in this dark domestic noir. When a new neighbour arrives, local suspicions are aroused - but sometimes secrets cannot be revealed without a revelation of your own. A tale of suspense with a mystery at its heart, a pacy narrative, an intriguing premise and plot populated with a deftly drawn cast and leading to a, perhaps, unexpected denouement.

This book is so good! It brings a lot of questions to you, do you really know the people that live next door? I liked the characters and I really didn’t expected that ending. This is a book that I couldn’t put down so I’m excited to read more books by this author. I highly recommend it to everyone

Thank you Netgalley and Storm Publishing for this arc

I found this book to lack significant detail that propelled the story forward. The writing seemed simplistic yet chaotic and include many details that seemed irrelevant to the plot. The premise initially seemed interesting; however, the twist of Anne ultimately fell flat. I wish the story had a touch more realism given there were too many things happening that likely would y happen in real life. If they did, definitely all of the dynamics were over the top.

From the get-go, this book had me engrossed. In a quaint small town, twin sisters Tabitha and Talia, both married, reside next door to each other. When a mysterious new neighbor arrives, the intrigue deepens. The narrative effortlessly draws you in with its enigmatic atmosphere. The first-person perspective adds to the immersive experience, and I found myself eagerly turning the pages. The unexpected twist took me by surprise, showcasing the author's clever storytelling. Although I initially found the characters unlikable, Talia's development won me over. The subtle nods to "Grey's Anatomy" and echoes of "Desperate Housewives" added to the allure.

Overall, I rate this book four stars.

A big thank you to NetGalley for providing the ebook in exchange for an honest review.

An excellent plot line but none of the characters were easy to like (perhaps deliberately on the part of the author given the litany of poor choices they make as the book progresses!).
told from the perspectives of each of the twins and rooted in their childhoods the story follows their interactions with Anne, a new neighbour who raises suspicion from day 1.
lots of twists and a well paced plot will keep you reading!

3.5 stars

“Pangs of independence exist in me, the desire to be my own person, but there’s no follow-through.”

To start off, I’d like to thank NetGalley and Storm Publishing for giving me the opportunity to read The Secrets Next Door. I am very thankful to be allowed to read the arc for this book.

“He is my rock. I couldn’t imagine life without him in it.”

Where do I even start? I do appreciate Sally Royer-Derr’s way of explaining the setting. I don’t have the clearest vision of the story, but the way the scenes were described, I was able to envision the plot and I’m really happy about that.

“You never know what’s going on in other people’s lives.”

I do have to say, the reason why my rating isn’t higher is because the story was really really slow. Even when things started to really happen, it felt too slow I almost fell asleep reading. I don’t like comparing books, but I like it when you get a lasting revelation after each chapter. I probably shouldn’t expect that out of every drama/thriller/mystery books, but now I feel like I have standards to how I like my books.

“Why do I feel alone in every relationship I have?”

I did NOT see that twist coming. Literally I kept writing “omg omg omg” and “wtf” in my annotations journal. I guessed a few things correctly though so I’m kinda happy I guessed it, but I’m also disappointed I was able to. But seriously though. That entire twist at the end. I just …. I’m still in awe of everything that happened, and I don’t think this will spoil people, but the ending was satisfying. I’ll add spoiler warnings to this review anyway.

“Just enjoyable time spent by yourself with your mind and your creative pursuits. Truly a pleasure to be cherished.”

All in all, this book was a fun read and I can’t wait to see what Sally Royer-Derr has more in store.

“Nothing spreads Christmas cheer like a tea with the sister who is screwing your husband.”


***okok that last quote is a spoiler, but please take note that the quotes I put in are just quotes that stood out to me.

If you made it this far, thank you for reading my review!

Twins Talia and Tabitha live next door to one another, and also run a successful bakery together.
A new neighbour moves in to the other side of Talia, and they soon discover that it is a well known author who has moved to their small village to write a trilogy of books.
The twins soon find their lives in turmoil and confusion and Tabitha thinks that blame lies with their new neighbour, Anne.
This book is full of twists and turns, with extra marital affairs, arguments and attempted murder. I won't spoil the ending for the readers, but it was a complete shcok!
This is defininately one not to miss! 10 out of 10